The drug "Barium sulfate" - an effective agent for fluoroscopy

The drug "Barium sulfate", or simply "Barit", is a radiopaque agent with low toxicity and intended for use during fluoroscopy. The latter is due to the pronounced adhesive properties of this drug, which is part of the group of alkali metal salts . It excellently envelops the mucous surface of the human gastrointestinal tract and, at times increasing the contrast, provides a very clear picture of the microrelief of the mucosa. At the same time, the best image of the esophagus, duodenum and stomach is achieved instantly after the administration of this agent inside, and the best image of the small intestine - after fifteen to ninety minutes.

Form Release Features

Radioconcentrate "Barium sulfate" is produced, the price of which is about fifteen rubles, in the form of white powder without taste and smell. This drug is not soluble in diluted acids, water, organic solvents or alkali. In addition, barium sulfate is not poisonous, in contrast to, for example, other barium salts. By the way, for this reason, in order to avoid poisoning, this means used in X-ray diagnostics should not contain any impurities.

Scope of the tool

This medication is prescribed, as a rule, for patients who have to undergo diagnostics of diseases affecting the gastrointestinal tract. It is especially good to use the agent "Barium sulfate" for fluoroscopy of the upper sections of the small intestine.

Dosage and use of the drug

Take this drug is recommended strictly by the doctor's prescription inside for one hundred and fifty grams. At the same time, the radiopaque "Barium sulfate" can be used in the form of suspended matter, and in combination with semolina or kisel. Especially it should be noted that on the eve of the procedure doctors do not recommend eating any solid food. In the case of rectal administration of the drug is allowed to take soft food, in the morning (before fluoroscopy) necessarily introduce suppositories with bisacodil. After carrying out medical research to accelerate the evacuation of the body "Barium sulfate" will need to use as much water as possible.

List of contraindications

Use this radiopaque preparation is strictly prohibited in the case of established obstruction of the colon, as well as with perforation of the gastrointestinal tract. People with an individual intolerance to the barium sulphate salt should also not take this medicine. In addition, it is not recommended to appoint people suffering from dehydration. In the case of an acute form of ulcerative colitis or acute diverticulitis, it is likewise worthwhile refraining from taking the radiocontrast agent "Barium sulfate". In addition, the list of strict contraindications includes such diseases as cystic fibrosis and bronchial asthma.